2-Methyl-1-Pentanol (Isohexyl Alcohol) from Japan
2-Methyl-1-pentanol, commonly called isohexyl alcohol, is a branched primary hexyl alcohol isomer with formula (CH3)2CHCH2CH2CH2OH. It fits HTS 2905.19.90.20 as a saturated acyclic monohydric hexyl alcohol isomer used in lacquers and inks. Qualifies as chemically defined per Chapter 29.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• CAS 105-30-6 documentation required for isomer verification
• Ensure no sulfonation; sulfonated versions go to 2904 per notes
• Package with emetic only if for poison identification per note (g)